Joel Wells
@jaw1957.bsky.social
Customer Service Professional. Broadcaster. Journalist. Passenger Aboard The Spaceship Earth.
Only 16 days until Christmas, and Florida is showing signs of “winter” here at Bradenton Beach. The crowds are sparse as the Gulf has cooled from its summertime bathtub warmth. The local beach café is feeling festive, with a Christmas tree gracing its shore. #BradentonBeach #Florida #photography
December 9, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Only 16 days until Christmas, and Florida is showing signs of “winter” here at Bradenton Beach. The crowds are sparse as the Gulf has cooled from its summertime bathtub warmth. The local beach café is feeling festive, with a Christmas tree gracing its shore. #BradentonBeach #Florida #photography
I’m genuinely impressed. Several thousand people turned out in Bradenton this morning for a “No Kings” rally, taking a stand against creeping authoritarianism. Who knew there were so many supposed “terrorists” who “hate America” right here in town?😎☮️🇺🇸 #NoKings #Florida #Bradenton
October 18, 2025 at 3:39 PM
I’m genuinely impressed. Several thousand people turned out in Bradenton this morning for a “No Kings” rally, taking a stand against creeping authoritarianism. Who knew there were so many supposed “terrorists” who “hate America” right here in town?😎☮️🇺🇸 #NoKings #Florida #Bradenton
October 12, 2025 at 7:23 PM
While driving the roads of Bradenton, FL, I captured this shot of an anole lizard clinging to the driver side cab window on my truck. Only in #Florida. 🦎 #Photography
October 2, 2025 at 1:33 PM
While driving the roads of Bradenton, FL, I captured this shot of an anole lizard clinging to the driver side cab window on my truck. Only in #Florida. 🦎 #Photography
September 25, 2025 at 9:00 PM
This statuesque Great Blue Heron, which I spotted this afternoon near Sarasota, Florida, keeps a keen eye out for its next meal while it poses majestically along the beautiful shores of Siesta Key beach. #photography #floridawildlife #sarasota #siestakey #saltlife
August 21, 2025 at 6:56 PM
This statuesque Great Blue Heron, which I spotted this afternoon near Sarasota, Florida, keeps a keen eye out for its next meal while it poses majestically along the beautiful shores of Siesta Key beach. #photography #floridawildlife #sarasota #siestakey #saltlife
Rainbow sighting near the humble abode in Bradenton, FL..🌈😊☮️ #rainbow #photography
August 16, 2025 at 12:31 AM
Rainbow sighting near the humble abode in Bradenton, FL..🌈😊☮️ #rainbow #photography
Even in MAGA country, tons of people are showing up for #NoKings rallies. I found a small but passionate protest here in Bradenton, FL. Nearby, other rallies are drawing bigger crowds. It’s really encouraging to see. #NoKingsDay #WeThePeople ☮️😎
June 14, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Even in MAGA country, tons of people are showing up for #NoKings rallies. I found a small but passionate protest here in Bradenton, FL. Nearby, other rallies are drawing bigger crowds. It’s really encouraging to see. #NoKingsDay #WeThePeople ☮️😎
Golden hour on the Gulf—sunset through a natural, green canopy near Bradenton, FL. Nature’s perfect frame for the day’s final light. #sunset #floridaliving #photography
May 23, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Golden hour on the Gulf—sunset through a natural, green canopy near Bradenton, FL. Nature’s perfect frame for the day’s final light. #sunset #floridaliving #photography
Someone needs to tell Arenado that the Cardinals next game is in Washington. 🤪 #ForTheLou #Conclave2025
May 8, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Someone needs to tell Arenado that the Cardinals next game is in Washington. 🤪 #ForTheLou #Conclave2025
In the heart of the ancient jungle, titans still roam. 🐘⚔️
Mammoth Taxi—a moving fortress of fur and legend, carrying its tribe through mist and myth.
Not all who wander ride… but those who do, ride mammoths.
#MammothTaxi #EpicFantasy #AIGeneratedArt #PrehistoricSaga
Mammoth Taxi—a moving fortress of fur and legend, carrying its tribe through mist and myth.
Not all who wander ride… but those who do, ride mammoths.
#MammothTaxi #EpicFantasy #AIGeneratedArt #PrehistoricSaga
May 7, 2025 at 5:00 AM
In the heart of the ancient jungle, titans still roam. 🐘⚔️
Mammoth Taxi—a moving fortress of fur and legend, carrying its tribe through mist and myth.
Not all who wander ride… but those who do, ride mammoths.
#MammothTaxi #EpicFantasy #AIGeneratedArt #PrehistoricSaga
Mammoth Taxi—a moving fortress of fur and legend, carrying its tribe through mist and myth.
Not all who wander ride… but those who do, ride mammoths.
#MammothTaxi #EpicFantasy #AIGeneratedArt #PrehistoricSaga
The individuals who established the United States were not without their flaws. However, they exhibited a level of wisdom that, regrettably, appears to be lacking in today's world. #dueprocess #massdeportations #humanrights
April 18, 2025 at 10:00 PM
The individuals who established the United States were not without their flaws. However, they exhibited a level of wisdom that, regrettably, appears to be lacking in today's world. #dueprocess #massdeportations #humanrights
This morning, as I stepped outside, I was surprised by a parade of three ibises walking down the sidewalk as if they owned it! They seemed like they were heading to a significant meeting or perhaps looking for their next meal. Regardless, it made my day!🦩🌴😎 #urbanwildlife #floridaliving #photography
April 2, 2025 at 9:54 PM
This morning, as I stepped outside, I was surprised by a parade of three ibises walking down the sidewalk as if they owned it! They seemed like they were heading to a significant meeting or perhaps looking for their next meal. Regardless, it made my day!🦩🌴😎 #urbanwildlife #floridaliving #photography
U.S. 41, an iconic north/south highway that snakes its way across the central part of the country, passes over the Manatee River in Bradenton, FL. In these parts, it's better known as the 'Tamiami Trail'. #Bradenton #US41 #ManateeRiver #Florida #photography
February 16, 2025 at 2:56 PM
U.S. 41, an iconic north/south highway that snakes its way across the central part of the country, passes over the Manatee River in Bradenton, FL. In these parts, it's better known as the 'Tamiami Trail'. #Bradenton #US41 #ManateeRiver #Florida #photography
The Gulf of MEXICO in all its glory on a gorgeous Saturday afternoon. #AnnaMarieIsland #Floridaliving #ManateeCounty #photography
February 8, 2025 at 8:09 PM
The Gulf of MEXICO in all its glory on a gorgeous Saturday afternoon. #AnnaMarieIsland #Floridaliving #ManateeCounty #photography
February 5, 2025 at 10:41 PM
I came up with this AI-generated image for the final regular season game for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who will be looking to defeat the New Orleans Saints at Raymond James stadium on Sunday and earn a playoff berth. #GoBucs #WeAreTheKrewe
January 2, 2025 at 2:35 PM
I came up with this AI-generated image for the final regular season game for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who will be looking to defeat the New Orleans Saints at Raymond James stadium on Sunday and earn a playoff berth. #GoBucs #WeAreTheKrewe
December 17, 2024 at 4:58 AM
Wow! The #Bucs dominated in a 40-17 road win over the Chargers. Playoff hopes are definitely alive. #FireTheCannons #WeAreTheKrewe
December 16, 2024 at 12:41 AM
Wow! The #Bucs dominated in a 40-17 road win over the Chargers. Playoff hopes are definitely alive. #FireTheCannons #WeAreTheKrewe
The Bucs snatch victory out of the jaws of defeat, keep their playoff hopes alive and impove to 6-6. #GoBucs #FireTheCannons #WeAreTheKrewe
December 2, 2024 at 1:04 AM
The Bucs snatch victory out of the jaws of defeat, keep their playoff hopes alive and impove to 6-6. #GoBucs #FireTheCannons #WeAreTheKrewe
November 25, 2024 at 12:53 AM
November 21, 2024 at 3:47 PM
A pelican takes a breather from dive-bombing the Gulf for his next meal. Holmes Beach, FL. #pelican #GulfofMexico #Florida #nature #photography
November 19, 2024 at 2:50 AM
A pelican takes a breather from dive-bombing the Gulf for his next meal. Holmes Beach, FL. #pelican #GulfofMexico #Florida #nature #photography